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K-225
THE HOUR OF RECKONING
(Die Stunde der Abrechnung in Versailles)
1919, Cast Bronze, Satirical medallion, 90.4mm, 208gr,
Obverse: "The hour of reckoning in Versailles' May 7th' 1919." In exergue "You requested the peace' we are prepared to 'grant' it. Count von Brockdorff-Rantzau' head of the German --- delegation, receives the terms from Premier Clemenceau.
Reverse: "A peace of justice, not one of force." Chancellor Scheidemann denouncing severely the terms of peace offered to Germany.
A flawless example of this rare medallion and very impressive 'in hand'.
Grade: Gussfrisch (As Cast)
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